First off, my Daddy. Richard Hemsley is an extremely intelligent man (GA Tech and Wharton School of Business Grad.) He has always been my biggest fan and given his unwavering support. He rarely missed ball games or chorus concerts and was always there to teach us and cheer us on. He has counseled me throughout my life and given advice that I have never forgotten. When I was just out of high school he was diagnosed with Central Nervous System Lymphoma (Brain Cancer) and given only a few weeks to live. I remember sitting on the edge of my father's bed in the hospital while he tried to give me and my sisters his last words of advice. His concern was only that of his family as he faced the end of his life here on earth. Believing in and praying for a miracle, my family watched as my father went through chemotherapy, radiation, and eating nothing but carrot juice for months without a single complaint or utterance of self pity. He is now a Brain Cancer survivor and grandfather to 11 kids and counting. He is a great man of faith and a strong spiritual leader in our family. Through out his life he has been an example of strength and faith. He has a great sense of humor and has always kept our home a home of laughter. He has always seen to it that our home is a home of peace where the Gospel of Jesus Christ is the center of our world. I love him so much and words cannot express my gratitude for his example of service, selflessness, love, and faith.
The Next man in my life is my wonderful husband! When Jeremy and I met I knew we were meant to be together. He is the most honest and true person you will ever meet. He is kind and always willing to serve others without complaint. He loves me and my girls unconditionally. He is a hard worker and never stops a job before it is complete. He is the current Young Men leader at church (boys 12-18 yrs old) and is so great with them and truly cares about all of them. He is a great leader at church and to his soldiers in the Army. He treats everyone with respect and never judges others. He serves his country and has a great appreciation for our freedoms and for the USA. He makes me laugh and smile. He plays so well with the girls and is so amazing with them. He has a amazingly strong testimony and his faith is always inspiring to me. I am so grateful that we found each other and will be able to be together for eternity. I love him more than life. I am so blessed to have him in my life.
I cannot talk about how wonderful Jeremy is without mentioning my wonderful Father-in-law. The first time I met Mel Tryon he welcomed me into his home with a warm smile and a hug and a kiss on the forehead. He is a member of the Lions Club and is always serving his community. He is very intelligent and values education. He is an Insurance Agent and has an amazing work ethic and always puts others needs first. He is so kind and generous to me and my girls. He is an amazing Grandpa and LOVES his granddaughters and is always willing to get down on the floor and play with them. He is honest and trustworthy. He has never met a stranger. He is selfless, loving, and generous. He is a wonderful example to our family. Some of my favorite qualities about Jeremy are inherited from his father. I am grateful to have a father-in-law (and in-laws in general) who make me feel like much more than a daughter-in-law.
Writing about these men, really makes my heart swell with gratitude for my family and my ancestors who taught them in truth and righteousness to become the great people they are today. I am truly blessed to be among such great, inspiring people.
